Frequently Asked Questions
How should I choose my denturist?
If you are a denture wearer, one of the most important questions you have is whom to trust with the care and construction of your dentures.
Decisions about who makes your dentures will have long lasting effects on your health, well being and quality of life. Take time to ask questions, talk to other denture wearers, and gather information. If you do this, you will be best prepared to choose the right denturist to service all your denture needs for years to come.
Consider the training and expertise of your denture expert. How long has the denturist been practicing? Do they specialize particular areas of denture treatment that might work well for your case?
You might ask denturists about their continuing education in the field of denturism. Do they regularly attend denture conferences? Do they belong to peer study groups or take steps to confer with other dental professionals? Do they participate in advanced training courses? Finding a denturist who keeps up with recent advances and has maintained his or her expertise will help ensure success.
You might also inquire about a denturist’s materials, equipment, and techniques. The equipment used to fabricate and construct dentures will vary from denturist to denturist, as will techniques used to fit and equilibrate dentures. How many sets of impressions do they take to ensure a precise and comfortable fit? What techniques do they employ to ensure proper balance and function of the teeth? What methods do they use to process dentures?
Another way to assess a denturist’s work is to pay attention to the smiles around you. Look for denture work that looks natural and complements the appearance of the denture wearer. Ask the denture wearer about the comfort and function of their denture, and about the level of service they receives from their denturist. Alternatively, you can ask denturists for references of patients who are prepared to talk with you about their denture experiences.
Finally, we recommend that if you are considering denture work, you should contact several denturists for a consultation appointment. This normally no-charge service offers you an opportunity to meet with a denturist, have a preliminary examination, discuss treatment options, and ask any questions you may have.